Tao said that the number of IPR-related civil cases received by the Chinese courts last year increased by 47.24 percent from the previous year.

Song Xiaoming, head of the SPC's IPR tribunal [Photo/court.gov.cn]

According to Song Xiaoming, head of the SPC's IPR tribunal, last year saw more IPR cases involving advanced and sophisticated technology, protection of renowned trademarks, online copyright disputes, and IPR-related market order.

New types of IPR disputes involving the entertainment industry are also on the rise, Song said.

Tao said that courts around the nation further improved their investigation, dispute settlement, and supervision procedures in IPR-related proceedings and enhanced judicial authority.

The SPC will strengthen its guidance for the country's IPR courts and judicial institutions, according to the vice-president.